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DK05 OCU

2005 Citroen Berlingo

Blue Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Aug 2027
Tests32 (20 pass, 12 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

65,859 mi
Last recorded65,859 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2026
Typical for 2005 Citroen Berlingo84,923 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK05 OCU
MakeCitroen
ModelBerlingo
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

20 pass 12 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2026 65,859 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2026 65,859 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Apr 2026 65,322 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2026 65,322 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror insecure (3.3 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 16 Apr 2025 60,378 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2024 54,703 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

front tyres worn on edge

Fail 18 Apr 2024 54,703 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

front tyres worn on edge

Pass 20 Apr 2023 48,265 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2023 48,265 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 6 Apr 2022 42,437 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective and rear exhaust clamp corroded (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 7 Apr 2021 38,504 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 21 Apr 2020 34,195 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 21 Apr 2020 34,195 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 3 Apr 2019 28,666 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2018 25,240 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2018 25,240 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 27 Mar 2017 25,048 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2017 25,048 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported silencer (7.1.1)

Pass 5 Apr 2016 24,597 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2016 24,597 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 24 Apr 2015 24,122 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2015 24,122 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 10 Apr 2014 23,196 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2014 23,177 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 10 Apr 2013 21,398 miles

all four tyres are cracking on tread and sidewalls

only nearside rear seat fitted due to wheelchair usage

very small blow on centre silencer

Fail 10 Apr 2013 21,398 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

all four tyres are cracking on tread and sidewalls

only nearside rear seat fitted due to wheelchair usage

very small blow on centre silencer

Pass 5 Mar 2012 17,599 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2011 15,849 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

all 4 tyres perished/cracked sidewalls

service light on

Pass 13 Apr 2010 13,588 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2010 13,582 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 27 Apr 2009 10,822 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2008 8,204 miles

How Reliable is the Citroen Berlingo?

Based on 4,453,235 MOT tests across 354,716 vehicles.

70.1%
Pass Rate
7,167
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
354,716
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 117,833
Stop lamp not working 110,487
Registration plate lamp not working 95,795
position lamp(s) not working 76,407
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 75,499
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DK05 OCU is a 2005 Citroen Berlingo in Blue with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 32 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 2005 Citroen Berlingo models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.6% with a typical mileage of 84,923 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Citroen Berlingo fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 117,833 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DK05 OCU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Citroen Berlingo typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 21 years old, this Citroen Berlingo is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was DK05 OCU registered?

DK05 OCU is a 2005 Citroen Berlingo, first registered on 28 July 2005.

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